Household Hazardous Waste

Free disposal of household toxins and electronic waste is available at the City of Poway's Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Facility. Proof of residency (formal I.D. or current utility bill) is required.

Transportation & Weight Limits
Leave products in the original container with lids on tight so they will not leak. Transport containers in the trunk or in the back of the vehicle away from passengers. Do not transport more than 15 gallons or 125 pounds at a time in containers no larger than a 5-gallon bucket.

To reduce the amount of Household Hazardous Waste you generate, please buy only what you need and use it up. Choose less toxic alternatives and recyclables.

Proper Disposal
It is dangerous and illegal to discard household hazardous waste into the trash, a storm drain, or down the sewer drain. Instead, use up the product as intended or take the unused portion to a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility. Uncontaminated used oil, oil filters, antifreeze, and automotive batteries may also be taken to a local certified collection center.